New stimulation pattern may boost leg power in neurological patients

NCT ID NCT06421753

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This completed study tested whether a new type of electrical stimulation, called spatially distributed sequential stimulation, works better than standard stimulation for people with upper motor neuron disease. Ten adults with stable symptoms used both methods while cycling. Researchers measured how much power their leg muscles produced. The goal is to find a more comfortable and effective way to help these patients exercise.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Spatially Distributed Sequential Functional Electrical Stimulation (device)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a more effective way to use electrical stimulation to help people with upper motor neuron disease cycle or exercise.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early study with only 10 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the improvement in muscle power might be small or not meaningful in daily life.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

motor neuron disorder multiple sclerosis spinal cord injury stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • SMR Val Rosay

    Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, France, 69370, France